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Division of Health Facilities Engineering

Ali Ali, Deputy Associate Director

Ali.Ali@ihs.gov, Office: 916-930-3981 x21203

(916) 930-3945

or (916) 930-3981 + Extension

or (916) 930-3981 + 4 for directory of personnel by first or last name

The Division of Health Facilities Engineering (HFE) works with California tribes/tribal organizations, as well as federal, state, county, non-profit, and private organizations, to ensure effective planning, construction, operation, maintenance, and repair of federal, tribal and urban owned healthcare facilities. HFE provides technical assistance to ensure that safe and functional physical environment exists for Native patients.


  • Administrative direction for Health Facilities Engineering
  • Area Planner
  • Energy Management
  • Environmental Audit Coordinator
  • Facilities Design and Construction
  • Facilities Maintenance and Repairs
  • Real Property Management
  • Technical assistance and mock accreditation surveys